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Smart wall light switch installation11/20/2023 Once you’ve finished all of the connections and secured them,test your connections by turning on the power. ![]() Step 4: Connect your smart light switch.Connect the wires on your smart light switch to the wires inside your wall.Connect the “in” wire to the “in” wire, the “out” wire to the “out” wire,the “ground” wire to the “ground” wire,and the “neutral” wire to the “neutral” wire.Secure your connections with wire connectors,and make sure you don’t have any loose or exposed wire in the box (note: the ground wire might be a bare wire). Step 3: Remove your old light switch.Ensure the power is off at the breaker.Disconnect the old light switch completely by disconnecting each wire one by one.Take note of which wire is which as disconnect them to avoid confusion later.It helps to label the wires with colored electrical tape so you can keep track of them. With 2 Gang switches,you can run into traveler wires and other unique situations.Therefore, the instructions moving forward will assume a 1 Gang smart light switch with a neutral wire,like Moes smart light switch. Step 2: Choose a smart light switch.Once you familiarize yourself with your wiring setup,choose a smart light switch that fits your wiring,as well as your decorations. ![]() If you don’t have a neutral wire,you can still install a smart light switch, but you’ll need to purchase a specific type of smart light switch that doesn’t require a neutral wire.For example,we Moes now have the single live wire switch that no neutral wire required,and many other smart switches are designed with neutal and live wire. Look at the wiring setup.Most smart light switches require a ground wire,an “in” wire, an “out” wire, and a neutral wire.Most homes have the in, out, and ground wires but, some homes built before the 1980s don’t have neutral wires.Typically,the neutral wire is a white wire (or group of white wires). You also need to know what type of wiring you have.Turn off the power at the fuse box to avoid getting electrocuted.Then,open up the existing switch where you want to install your smart switch and check the wiring.To open up the switch,unscrew the screws on the wall plate (they’re usually located on the top and bottom of the plate).Use a butter knife or flat-head screwdriver to pry the plate off of the wall, as it can stick in place (often because of paint).Then,unscrew the screws on the actual light switch and gently pull the switch forward. ![]() Step 1: Learn your existing wall switch and wiring setup.Before you purchase a smart light switch, you’ll need to figure out the type of switch you need.If there is only one switch on the wall panel, you need a 1 Gang switch if there are two switches (maybe one switch for a light and anotherfor a ceiling fan), you’ll need a 2 Gang smart light switch then 3 Gang for three switches.
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